Drawbar Load Limits Based on Drawbar Position, Length and PTO Type

IMPORTANT: Certain heavy implements can place excessive strain on drawbar (A). Strain is greatly increased by speed and rough terrain. Do not exceed maximum static vertical load on drawbar for a given drawbar length/position, as indicated in table below.

NOTE: Category 2 drawbar uses a 33 mm (1.3 in.) attaching pin. Category 3 drawbar uses a 38 mm (1.5 in.) pin.

RW22652A

Category 2 Drawbar

RW26277

Category 3 Drawbar


A-Drawbar

Drawbar Load Limits
Drawbar Length/Position Dimension Maximum Vertical Load - Category 2 Drawbar Maximum Vertical Load - Category 3 Drawbar PTO Speed
1- Short/Rear Hole 254 mm (10 in.) 2268 kg (5000 lb) 2766 kg (6100 lb) Not for PTO
2-Medium/Middle Hole 356 mm (14 in.) 1678 kg (3700 lb) 2131 kg (4700 lb) 540 rpm
3-Long/Front Hole 406 mm (16 in.) 1430 kg (3150 lb) 1837 kg (4050 lb) 1000 rpm

 

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